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309 8th St, Unit 3
$675

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309 8th St, Unit 3

309 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats Apartments
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$739 - $1,135

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Base Rent$739 - $1,135
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Briarwood Grand Apartments
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$815 - $1,075

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Briarwood Grand Apartments

2132 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Hamlet Apartments
$955 - $1,226

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Base Rent$955 - $1,226
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Meadow Ridge
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$989 - $1,129

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Meadow Ridge

1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $600. Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$600
Lenox PropertiesDrake B1BR,1BA$695
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$699
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicroStudio,1BA$700
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments35 StudioStudio,1BA$705
The Flats ApartmentsTawny1BR,1BA$739
Welcome to Manor Heights Apartments!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the Greenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now Model at Greenway Square starting at $1,775 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Sun Prairie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberline RidgeTimberline3BR,3BA$0.98
Greenway SquareGreenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now3BR,3.5BA$0.85
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesBedford3BR,2.5BA$0.99
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Colonial VillageChesapeake3BR,2BA$0.81
Element at Valley WestC5 Premium-Renovated Apartment2BR,2BA$0.92
4216 Ingersoll Ave3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.03
Chad Estates2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.02
4th Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94

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West Des Moines Overview

West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.

Why live in West Des Moines, IA?

There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.

West Des Moines, IA
Population: 66,641

Ranked #556

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is at Urban Heights listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment is $695 at Lenox Properties.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is starting from $750 at Douglas Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Village and starts from $1,138.

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